Italian Style Ricotta & Spinach Stuffed Double Crust Pizza

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 220°C (430°F).

2. 2

   Wash and roughly chop the fresh spinach. Sauté the spinach in 1 tbsp of olive oil over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until wilted. Set aside to cool.

3. 3

   In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, sautéed spinach, half of the grated parmesan cheese (20g), and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix well.

4. 4

   Divide the pizza dough into two equal portions. Roll out each portion into a round disc about 30 cm (12 inches) in diameter.

5. 5

   Place one dough disc on a parchment-lined baking tray. Spread the ricotta and spinach mixture evenly over the dough, leaving a 2 cm (1 inch) border around the edge.

6. 6

   Evenly distribute the mozzarella cheese, sliced black olives, roasted red peppers, artichoke hearts, sun-dried tomatoes, and sliced mushrooms over the ricotta mixture.

7. 7

   Drizzle 1 tbsp of olive oil over the filling, then spoon the tomato sauce evenly on top.

8. 8

   Place the second dough disc over the filling. Pinch and fold the edges to seal the pizza.

9. 9

   Brush the top crust with a little olive oil and sprinkle the remaining grated parmesan cheese (20g) over it.

10. 10

    Use a sharp knife to cut a few small slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.

11. 11

    Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and cooked through.

12. 12

    Remove from the oven and let the pizza rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your Italian Style Ricotta & Spinach Stuffed Double Crust Pizza!